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Mexico and South Africa both faced challenges ahead of World Cup

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Mexico and South Africa both faced challenges ahead of World Cup

History tends to repeat itself at the World Cup. Such is the case with Mexico and South Africa, two teams that will face off in the World Cup opening match for the second time in history, just as they did in Johannesburg on June 11, 2010. The score that night was 1-1. Many still remember … Read more

Can Edson Álvarez lead Mexico to elusive World Cup quarterfinals?

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Can Edson Álvarez lead Mexico to elusive World Cup quarterfinals?

Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez underwent surgery on his left ankle after getting injured during a match with his club team, Fenerbahce, last February. It kept him sidelined from both his Turkish squad and the Mexican national team. At times, his participation in this summer’s World Cup was in jeopardy. But thanks to his resilience, Álvarez … Read more